Alexander walked into HQ, beaming with happiness. Marcus, his best friend since childhood, raised an eyebrow. "What's got you so cheerful, Alex?"
Alexander brushed it off. "Nothing, just a good day."
Marcus's curiosity wasn't satisfied, but he dropped it.
During the meeting, Alexander zoned out, lost in thought.
Ethan, his older brother, noticed. "Alex, focus."
Alexander snapped back to reality. "Sorry, Ethan."
After the meeting, Marcus and Ethan cornered Alexander. "Come on, Alex, what's going on?" Marcus asked, grinning.
Ethan added, "You're not getting out of this that easily, little brother."
Alexander hesitated before surrendering. "Amelia's coming back. She's supposed to be back in two months, but I just found out she's coming today. In a few hours, actually."
Marcus's eyes widened. "Amelia? The one you've been missing like crazy?"
Alexander nodded, his grin returning. "Yeah. I'm picking her up tonight."
Ethan chuckled. "About time she's back to keep you in line."
Marcus teased, "And put an end to your cat video binge-watching."
Alexander playfully rolled his eyes. "Shut up, Marcus."
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Amelia smiled slyly. "Let's go to my apartment or yours?"
Alexander raised an eyebrow. "Yours, of course. I've missed your decorating skills."
Amelia chuckled. "You mean my messy clutter?"
Alexander grinned. "That's part of the charm."
As they cruised through the city, Amelia let out a dramatic sigh. "Ugh, tomorrow I have to resume my soul-sucking job as a cashier at the bank. Four months of freedom, and now I'm trading it for fluorescent lights and endless paperwork." Alexander, ever the knight in shining armor (or devil in disguise), offered, "Want to play hooky? I'll handle your manager." Amelia's eyes widened like a kid offered a perpetual recess. "You'd do that? You're my personal superhero!" Alexander smirked, "It's all part of the devil's contract - saving damsels from boredom and bureaucracy." Amelia giggled, snuggling into his side. "You're more angel than devil, My Devil." Alexander mock-protested, "Shh, don't ruin my rep! I have a reputation to maintain as the office bad boy." Amelia teased, "Your secret's safe with me, My Devil. Now, let's go indulge in some well-deserved laziness."
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Amelia grinned mischievously. "You know what? I'll take you up on that offer. One more day of freedom!"
Alexander smiled triumphantly. "Excellent decision, My Devil. I'll handle your manager."
The next day, Alexander strolled into the bank, exuding confidence. Amelia's manager, Robert, looked up, raising an eyebrow.
"Can I help you, sir?"
Alexander offered his most charming smile. "I'm here on behalf of Amelia. She's taking a personal day."
Robert's expression turned skeptical. "I'm afraid that's not possible. She's already been absent for four months."
Alexander's smile never wavered. "I understand your concerns, Robert. But I assure you, this is an extraordinary circumstance."
Robert shook his head firmly. "Company policy is clear. No more leave without prior approval."
Alexander's grin never wavered. "Details, details! This is an extraordinary circumstance."
